Manule V.S Automatic

Poodles · 08-02-2005, 03:34 AM

Depends on the model of supra. Overall, an automatic can out drag a stick because it's shifts are seamless, and toyota's ECT will hold the gear well. But there is the downside, more parasitic loss, more heat, durability after power gains.

Now, once you get into Mk4 territory, the 6-speed manual is the ONLY way to go if you're going to increase power, since they will handle well over 1000hp as long as you don't miss a shift. The auto will go up in smoke far before that...

That, and having to check tranny fluid, and having to take care of it, the manual is lower maintenance and a LOT more fun to drive B)

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08-02-2005, 03:34 AM	#3
Poodles 12psi boost Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 348	Depends on the model of supra. Overall, an automatic can out drag a stick because it's shifts are seamless, and toyota's ECT will hold the gear well. But there is the downside, more parasitic loss, more heat, durability after power gains. Now, once you get into Mk4 territory, the 6-speed manual is the ONLY way to go if you're going to increase power, since they will handle well over 1000hp as long as you don't miss a shift. The auto will go up in smoke far before that... That, and having to check tranny fluid, and having to take care of it, the manual is lower maintenance and a LOT more fun to drive B)